Service; Safety Instructions For The Garden Shredder - Mantis LH 3000 A Gebrauchsanweisung

ming/sticking, and whether parts are broken or other-
wise damaged in a way that may affect the function of
the power tool. Have damaged parts repaired before
using the tool. Many accidents are the result of poorly
maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Thoroughly main-
tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are jam-
ming less often and are easier to guide.
• Use power tools, accessories, add-on tools, etc. in
accordance with these instructions and in the way
prescribed for the respective type of tool. You should
also consider the working conditions and the work to
be carried out. The use of power tools for purposes
other than those intended for the respective tool may
result in dangerous situations.

1.5 Service

• Have the power tool serviced by qualified technical
personnel only; repairs should be carried out using
exclusively original spare parts. This will ensure the
continued safe operation of the power tool.
2. Safety Instructions for the Gar-
den Shredder
• Wear protective gloves, glasses, and ear protection.
Do not wear loose-fitting clothing.
• Always position the unit so as to be secure and bal-
anced. Do not lean on the unit.
• The machine must be located on an even, stable sur-
face during operation.
• Before using, ensure that all screws and nuts are
tightly fastened.
• Only use in dry conditions and never during rainy
weather.
• Do not use the machine with damaged protective
equipment or without protective equipment.
• Keep hands, other body parts and clothing well away
from the feeding funnel and the ejection shaft.
• Never place your face or other body parts in the prox-
imity of the feeding funnel.
• Do not leave the machine unattended. Shut off the
motor and unplug the unit.
• Do no feed any hard objects into the funnel such as
stones, bottles, cans or pieces of metal. This could
damage the machine.
• If the machine becomes blocked: shut off the motor,
unplug the unit, remove all objects from the machine
and check it for damages.
• If the fuse has blown or the overload protection has
been triggered, this means that the machine was over-
loaded and/or that too many devices are connected to
the same extension lead. Look for the cause and fix
the problem. Do not install a stronger fuse.
• Do not pull on the extension lead. Do not make the
lead too tight. This could damage the plug or the ca-
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ble insulation. This type of damage may not be vis-
ible, but can be dangerous.
• Always keep the extension lead away from the ma-
chine. Remove the plug from the socket and check
the cable regularly for signs of damage or aging. Do
not use the machine with a damaged extension lead.
• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a spe-
cialist in order to prevent accidents.
• Never move the machine by pulling the cable. Do not
move the machine while the motor is running.
• Before using the shredder for the first time it must be
assembled properly.
• Only use extension leads which are suitable for the
outdoors.
• Before using the unit ensure that there is no damage
to/problems with the cable.
• Always shut down the shredder before unplugging the
cable and/or extension lead.
• Keep children and animals away from the shredder.
All others must keep a safe distance from the shred-
der when it is operating.
• Children or individuals who have not read these in-
structions or who are not familiar with the shredder
may not use the device.
• The user of the device is responsible for third-parties
during operation.
• The shredder may only be used for its intended pur-
pose.
WARNING! This device has a rotating
blade.
WARNING! The blades do not stop mov-
ing immediately when the device is shut
down.
• Before undertaking any repair or cleaning work, shut
down the shredder, remove the plug from the outlet,
and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop.
• You do not have the right to remove or modify electric
or mechanical protection equipment.
• Only use the shredder during daylight or with strong
artificial light.
• Never place your hands in the feeding funnel or the
ejection opening.
• If the unit emits unusual sounds or vibrations, turn off
the motor and look for the cause. In general, vibra-
tions are a sign of problems.
• Ensure that the blade is firmly attached before you
use the shredder. The device can only be operated
with a properly installed blade.
• The shredder must be inspected carefully before use.
Only use machines that are in proper functioning or-
der. If you discover any damage on or problems with
the device which could pose a risk to the user, have
the damage repaired before using the machine again.